Forget Falcon... Here's the real balloon boy! Actually- no. This is a hoax too. The balloon does exist; Jack was given it at a restaurant last night. But as hard as I tried, I couldn't get him to stand still and hold it for a photo. So, I photographed it separately against the grey and added it and the shadow into a photo with Jack. Hey presto. Also, the balloon was green, but that didn't match his 70's blue vintage jumper and dungarees, so I faked that too, and changed it to blue.
I totally live to capture the key moment, with real expressions, poses, shadows and colours. That's part of the challenge, and the fun. But sometimes with a 16 month old, that's just not possible. So perhaps you'll forgive me just this once.
if you hadnt told me that the picture was a fake i would have never guessed it great editing!!! and great shots jack looks sooo sweet in those clothes x
ReplyDeleteCool changes and lovely pic! :-)
ReplyDeleteThat's pretty awesome that you did all of that to it and you can't even tell. Adorable shot! :0) He's a cutie!
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job creating this photo. I would have NEVER known. Great stuff ;D
ReplyDeleteYou're totally forgiven. I would have never known. This is simply beautiful.
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ReplyDeleteI would have never known you edited the pic! Great job.
Great job adding the balloon. I can't tell at all and it turned out really cute!
ReplyDeleteHi! You're a pro! The "fixes" don't show unless you said so. Cute work! I'm visiting from UBP.
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ReplyDeletethat looks so seamless ; great editing!
ReplyDeletealso, cute blog header!
Wow, great job - I wouldn't have known!
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Lovely! Adding the balloon is awesome!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing with Foto Friday,
Lori
So cute! Great job. ;)
ReplyDeletesuch a sweet sweet image I love this even with the editing
ReplyDeleteGreat pic! I completely understand trying to get pictures of little ones. My little boys give me a run for the money! Great job editing! Amazing!
ReplyDeletePretty great composite! I have a 20 month so I know what you mean. I'm visiting from simple as that.
ReplyDeleteWOW. A-mazing work, looks fabulous! He is going to be such a little heart breaker!
ReplyDeleteI never would have guessed!
ReplyDeleteGreat edit! You can't even tell. The reflection in the balloon is really cool..
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Nobody would know if you hadn't let us in on the edit. Thanks for linking up this week :)
ReplyDeleteWith a 16 month old you totally have to just go with what you can and work with it. I think you did a great job of that. I love that you added shadow to it to make it very realistic. This photo is very lovely and I am going to stretch here for feedback. The balloon and his outfit are very sharp, but his face/head are not as much. I know it is hard with a toddler (trust me, I know).
ReplyDeleteGreat pic! My little one is going around your blog right now pointing to all of the things she knows. Stars, moon, balloon, etc. It's too funny!
ReplyDeleteGreat editing! Such a sweet image of Jack. :-)
ReplyDeleteHow cute. Thanks for sharing this with us at The Sunday Round Up.
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You're forgiven... ;) I never would have known the balloon was a fake if you hadn't mentioned it! :) Love the shot!
ReplyDeleteCat Nap
great job adding the balloon.
ReplyDeletewhat a gorgeous shot!
thanks so much for sharing.
you're inspiring me!
ReplyDeleteInteresting edits.
ReplyDeletewow I never would've guessed you faked this shot! good job!
ReplyDeletewow! That's some impressive editing. You totally fooled me! What program do you use?
ReplyDeleteHi Lauren- thank you. I use photoshop CS3.
DeleteThis is a simply wonderful image...I also like how the background of your blog 'fits' the shot as well. If you'd not said anything about the 'after edit' I would have had absolutely no idea the balloon was added in later.
ReplyDeleteNicly done.
:D You are forgiven because the result is great :) Have a nice day !
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